Dr. Michael Block is the podiatrist to call when you are struggling with foot pain in Abingdon, MD, and serving Bel Air, MD. It is normal to have some aches and pains in your feet at times, so what can you do to prevent foot pain and stay healthy? Read some common questions we get about preventing foot pain and come see us to start taking the best care of your feet.
What Causes Foot Pain?
Whether you are extremely active or not, your feet are still under a lot of pressure to get you around. It is normal to experience more pain after rigorous activity and even as you age. People also naturally have different structural differences and deformities in the feet, like flat feet, that can make you prone to other foot problems.
Inappropriate footwear also causes a lot of foot woes. Common complaints at our practice include bunions, ingrown toenails and heel pain, which poor footwear contributes to.
We also treat injuries like sprains and strains and arthritis and gout in the foot. Maintaining a healthy weight is beneficial for your overall health, but also helps prevent both these injuries and foot pain.
What Kind of Footwear Prevents Foot Pain?
Our podiatrist will always recommend wearing comfortable and supportive footwear with a large toebox as often as you can and during any activity. Shop for shoes later in the day when your feet are largest, and rotate shoes each day if you can to let each pair completely dry out before wearing them again.
How Can I Prevent Foot Pain When I Work Out Intensely?
Protect your feet by wearing the right footwear for your activity, like hiking boots or running shoes. Start with light activity and stretch your calf and foot muscles. Talk to your podiatrist about your sport or activity of choice and exercises you can do to stretch and strengthen your feet so you have the best foundation to prevent injuries and foot pain.
Pain Relief Now
Preventing foot pain starts with our podiatrist Dr. Michael Block in Abingdon, MD, and serving Bel Air, MD. Contact us for an appointment today at (410) 569-0445.